CPD Activities
High risk triad: COPD, asthma and heart failure
The coexistence of asthma, COPD and heart failure represents a clinically complex and increasingly prevalent multimorbidity cluster, particularly in ageing populations. By Debbie Rigby, advanced practice pharmacist Learning outcomes After …
Parkinson’s disease and the blood–brain barrier
Back to Basics with Peter Carroll The aim of this series of articles is to revisit and discuss some fundamental pharmacological, physiological and therapeutic concepts with the overall objective of …
Drug absorption and first pass metabolism
Back to Basics with Peter Carroll The aim of this series of articles is to revisit and discuss some fundamental pharmacological, physiological and therapeutic concepts with the overall objective of …
Herpes zoster (shingles) and its management: an update
Early diagnosis and management are central to the treatment of herpes zoster, commonly called shingles. Pharmacists need to know the symptoms, risk factors, those who are vulnerable and possible complications. …
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)
MASLD is a highly prevalent, multifactorial disease with significant implications for medication management. Pharmacist-led medication reviews are essential to improving clinical outcomes, reducing adverse events, and supporting integrated care. By …
Managing risk in staged supply services
USING THE PDL RISK MANAGEMENT GUIDE FOR PHARMACISTS This series introduces pharmacists to the PDL Risk Management Guide for Pharmacists, and how it can be used in everyday pharmacy practice …
Ankylosing spondylitis: an overview
Pharmacists are uniquely positioned to contribute to earlier identification, improved medication management, and enhanced outcomes for patients living with ankylosing spondylitis. By Zaheeda Patel BPharm, AACPA, MACP Learning outcomes After …
Newborn nutrition: managing cow’s milk protein allergy in infants
Pharmacists play a critical role in supporting parents with identification of allergic reactions, including cow’s milk protein allergy, and in recommending appropriate pathways to manage food allergies and maintain a …
What does workplace culture make possible… or prevent?
USING THE PDL RISK MANAGEMENT GUIDE FOR PHARMACISTS This series introduces pharmacists to the PDL Risk Management Guide for Pharmacists, and how it can be used in everyday pharmacy practice …
Beyond the flu shot: closing the gap on Covid-19 vaccinations in older adults
Using the 2026 influenza season to improve Covid-19 vaccination in adults aged 65 years and older. By Krysti-Lee Patterson MBA, BPharm, FANZCAP (Edu, Informtcs), MPS, MAICD, Managing Director, Meitheal Services, …
S3 celecoxib for period pain
This article provides an update on the management of period pain in community pharmacy, with a focus on evidence-based treatment options and the role of S3 celecoxib within current Australian …
The cytochrome P450 system
Back to Basics with Peter Carroll The aim of this series of articles is to revisit and discuss some fundamental pharmacological, physiological and therapeutic concepts with the overall objective of …